This stop is
Magongnaru Station, where you can visit Botanical Park.
There are many new shops such as restaurants and cafes near Magongnaru Station. In this post, we will share some useful tips at Magongnaru Station.
[Fastest Way to Transfer]
When you take the AREX to Magongnaru Station and want to transfer to Subway Line 9, you can get off at the Car #2-1 for those heading to Seoul Station.
For train heading to Incheon Airport Station, get off at Car #6-4, you may use the escalator or elevator.
If you want to go to Exit 3, 4, 5, 6 using the fastest way, get off at Car 6-4 (towards Seoul Station), Car 2-1 (towards Incheon Airport).
[Main Facilities]
Restroom
The restroom at Magongnaru Station has received a certificate of toilet culture quality. You may check the availability (in use or vacant) at the entrance, so it is convenient if you need to use it.
There is a restroom located before exiting the ticket gate and another one next to the Exit 6 (The exit to get to Magok square)
Convenience Facilities
Nursing Room
There is a baby bed for changing diapers comfortably, a sink for washing hands and a sofa if you need to take a short break. The nursing room is cleaned every day, and they also check carefully to see if there's any hidden cameras.
The nursing room is located opposite the Information Center. It is normally locked. In order to use it, you may request it at the Information Center.
Convenience Store in the Station
There is a GS25 convenience store before the transfer gate to Subway Line 9.
Other Store in the Station
Opposite the Dunkin' Donuts and before transferring to Subway Line 9, there is an area for you to sit and take a rest.
Attraction nearby Magongnaru Station
When you get off at Magongnaru Station Exit 3 or 4, you can walk to Seoul Botanical Garden - where you can enjoy the nature in the midst of the tired daily life.
Seoul Botanical Park is the first urban botanical garden in Seoul. It is a botanical park for everyone. It is separated into a few sections such as Forest Field, Lake Garden, Botanic Garden, and Wetlands. Other than Botanic Garden, the other zones are available all year round. If you plan to visit the Botanic Garden, do take note of this.
Theme Garden Entrance Fee:
Adult (19 -65 years old) - KRW 5,000
Teenager (13 - 18 years old) - KRW 3,000
Child (6 - 12 years old) - KRW 2,000
Groups: more than 30 people entering at the same time with same intent
*30% Discount*
- For groups more than 30 people.
- Cardholder of Love Card for Family with Many Children (Love Card) and his/her dependents.
- A matching valid ID and other proof are required for discounted or free admission.
*Free Admission*
- Under 6 or Over 65
- Individuals with level 1 to 3 disabilities (including free admission for one caretaker per individual), individuals with level 4 to 6 disabilities
- ROK veterans & persons who have rendered distinguished service to the State (with valid ID)
- Honorary Seoul Citizens (with valid ID)
The visitor center is located at the entrance of Seoul Botanical Park, which is the Forest Field. You can find information about how to tour around the botanical park and various on-going events.
If you walk a little further at the Forest Field, you can see the entrance to the Botanic Garden. You can buy the admission ticket at the kiosk in front of the entrance. To enter the Botanic Garden, just scan the ticket. The Botanic Garden is opened from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm from March to October, and last admission is at 5:00 pm.
There is a greenhouse at the Botanic Garden. Due to COVID-19, you need to check in using QR code when you enter the greenhouse. In addition, there is a limit of visitors at one time to ensure there is social distancing.
- Limit: 220 person
- Busy hours: 2pm - 4pm
Upon entering the greenhouse building, there is a permanent exhibition hall where you can learn the characteristics of plants and the environment of each climate zone. There are many fun and informative videos, so we recommend you to tour around, experience various things and enter the greenhouse.
On the first floor, there is a seed library where you can listen to the explanations of seeds, read books related to it, and you can even borrow seeds to grow them.
If you want to borrow seeds, you can fill out the rental form (provided at the help desk). The return of seeds is not mandatory, but the type and quantity of loan seeds may change depending on the return record.
- Opening hours: Tues - Sun (except public holiday) / 10:00 17:00
To get there: Get off at AREX Magongnaru Station Exit 3 or 4, walk 5 mins.
Opening hours:
Mar - Oct : 09:30 - 18:00 (Ticket office closes at 17:00)
Nov - Feb : 09:30 - 17:00 (Ticket office closes at 16:00)
Closed every Monday
